Custodian, part-time

Lebanon Public Schools; Exeter (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Lebanon Public Schools seeks a part-time Custodian at Lyman Memorial High School to maintain cleanliness and safety across classrooms, hallways and common areas. Under supervision, you will perform routine cleaning, waste removal, and respond to basic maintenance tasks during the evening shift.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and reliable transportation. Prior custodial or facilities experience is preferred; strong teamwork and adherence to safety rules are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• Current Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Check and secure building at start/end of shift for safety and cleanliness.
• Clean rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways and other areas per district standards.
• Sweep, mop, buff, strip and wax floors; clean carpets and upholstery.
• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors and sills.
• Remove graffiti and clean glass areas.
• Set up/break down chairs, tables and equipment for meetings.

Skills

English fluency

Reading and writing

Cooperative work relationships

Measurement math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian


• Date Posted: 11/9/2026


• Location: Lyman Memorial High School


• Date Available: 11/23/2026

Custodian, Part-time

Position Function

Under the direct supervision of the Principal and Director of Facilities, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary. Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Essential Functions

• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.


• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.


• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.


• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.


• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.


• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.


• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.


• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.


• Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds.


• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.


• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building.


• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.

Additional Duties

• Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.


• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.


• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.

Safety Requirements

Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties. Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks. Must comply with school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.


• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.


• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed.


• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.


• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.


• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.


• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Must be mobile, able to push/pull objects of more than twenty (20) pounds and lift objects of more than fifty (50) pounds


• Must be able to walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods, and be able to perform simple motor skills such as bending and stooping


• Able to perform manipulative skills which require hand-eye coordination, such as operating polishing equipment


• Able to perform tasks that require hand-arm steadiness such as using janitorial equipment


• Must be able to see objects closely as in inspecting for cleanliness, discriminate colors in electrical wires or warning lights


• Able to hear normal sounds with some background noise; distinguish voice patterns and communicate through human speech, as in taking direction from supervisor or building occupants and conveying information


• Must be able to understand and relate to specific instructions for 25-45 minutes at a time, be able to remember task/assignment for a full shift


• Must be able to understand and relate to specific ideas generally one at a time


• May be exposed to blood, body tissues, or fluids, dust, and other hazardous materials such as chemicals


• May be subjected to extreme heat and cold

Qualifications Profile

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.


• Current Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

Terms of Employment

• Monday through Friday, 2nd Shift, 5 hrs/day. Day shift during school vacations.


• Salary and Benefits in accordance with Custodial Union Contract (attached)